By Akani Nkuna
Labour and Employment Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has presented a strategy on how the department plans to address unemployment, especially amongst the youth.
The strategy identifies seven critical priority areas.
“[We need] to strengthen our regulatory capabilities by carefully assessing how labour law reforms will influence our strategic and operational planning,” Meth said.
The department acknowledges the need to evaluate factors which are critical to addressing the unemployment dilemma in a global sense. It must consider technological advancements, demographic shifts, climate change and geopolitical dynamics.
It said they necessitated the development of adaptable polices and a regulatory framework for the evolving workplace.
“These reforms will reshape our approach to protecting workers’ rights and regulating employment conditions, significantly impacting the department’s capacity to enforce compliance and address labour market challenges,” Meth said on Tuesday.
Coordinated efforts with sister organisations through Presidential Youth Employment Initiatives was also important in addressing
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